Workshops
Workshops are offered through out the year on varied topics, for professionals, volunteers, and caregivers. Participants can delve deeper into topics like cultural humility, Alzheimer's and dementia, harm reduction, grief and bereavement to name but a few. Most sessions can run between an hour to 3 hours depending on topic. Our full schedule for the year will be up shortly.
2026 Join the Conversation
via Zoom
Description
Come and join the conversation, share your voice on topics that can include palliative care, grief and bereavement, organ donation, MAID, Advanced Care Planning and Self Compassion. We start the conversation by discussing videos, TED talks, podcasts etc. that we have shared with you to watch and listen to prior to the session.
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Dates
Every 2nd Tuesday of each month from January to December 2026
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Time
12:00 - 12:45 pm EST
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Fee
Free
3 Day Grief and Bereavement Training 2026
Course
​Description
This 3 day training is led by experienced professionals and is designed to provide practical tools and knowledge for those supporting grief and bereavement groups in both volunteer and professional settings. It is educational in nature and intended to enhance your skills in a supportive, non-clinical role. A certificate of completion will be provided at the end of the full training.
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Dates and Time
2026 Winter Session
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Friday, February 20, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST (Virtual via Zoom)
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Saturday, February 21, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST (In-person at Margaret Bahen Hospice)
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Saturday, February 28, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST (In-person at Margaret Bahen Hospice)
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2026 Spring Session
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Friday, June 5, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST
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Saturday, June 6, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST
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Saturday, June 13, 2026, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM EST
(In-person at Margaret Bahen Hospice)​​
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Fee
This training is $60 volunteers and $100 for professionals
Advance Care Planning Information Session
Free Information Session via Zoom
Facilitated by
Susanne Urzendowsky, MSW, RSW
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Description
A brief introduction to understanding and sharing your future health and personal care wishes.
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Date and Time
Thursday March 19, 2026
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EST
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Location
Zoom
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Fee
Free
Organ and Tissue Donation in Ontario
Trillium Gift of Life Network Information Session
Free Information Session via Zoom
Facilitated by
Rebecca Massecar RN, MSN, Ontario Health
(Trillium Gift of Life Network)
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Description
The session will focus on educating participants about the fundamentals and importance of organ and tissue donation in Ontario, hospital requirements for routine notification, and the value of donation for donors, transplant recipients, and their families.
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Date and Time
Wednesday April 8, 2026
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM EST
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Location
Zoom​
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Fee
Free
Therapeutic Touch Training 2026
Course
Facilitated by
Nancy Hall and Jim Metson
​Description
This training is for those who will be offering this modality to hospice clients residents.
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Therapeutic Touch® is a wholistic, evidence based, modern interpretation of several ancient healing practices that promotes balance and well being. This gentle form of energy healing is used to provide comfort and relief to others as well as oneself, touching people at all levels of their being physical, emotional, mental and spiritual.
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Foundations of Therapeutic Touch® is an interactive workshop designed to introduce participants to the principles and practice of Therapeutic Touch®.
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Dates and Time
Foundations of Therapeutic Touch®
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Saturday April 11, 2026
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST at Margaret Bahen Hospice
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Saturday April 18, 2026
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST at Margaret Bahen Hospice
(Multi Purpose Room)
Transpersonal Nature of Therapeutic Touch®
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Saturday November 7, 2026
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST at Margaret Bahen Hospice
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Saturday November 14, 2026
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST at Margaret Bahen Hospice
(Multi Purpose Room)​​
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Fee
$200 Foundations of Therapeutic Touch®
$200 Transpersonal Nature of Therapeutic Touch®
Please note that limited space is available for this training. A minimum number of registrations is required for the program to run. PalCare reserves the right to cancel the session if minimum registration is not met.
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Participants must have completed Foundations of Therapeutic Touch® to register for the Transpersonal Nature of Therapeutic Touch®.
2026 Death Café
Date and Time
2026 Spring Session
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Wednesday, April 22, 2026, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM EST
(In person at Doane House Hospice)
2026 Summer Session
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Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM EST
(In person at Doane House Hospice)
2026 Fall Session
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Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM EST
(Virtual via Zoom)
Location
Zoom
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Fee
Free
Kintsugi Bowl
Interactive Workshop
Facilitated by
Rami Shami, Rami Shami Consulting
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Description
This experiential workshop utilizes a meditative process through a tangible medium to help develop resiliency and healing in the face of loss, trauma and change. The Kintsugi Bowl is an ancient Japanese healing practice that serves to join back together that which was once broken while showcasing and honouring the breaks.
In this workshop we collectively break our bowl, only to repair it by bringing the pieces we choose back together. This deeply therapeutic and restorative practice serves to garner hope, meaning, and resiliency following loss, trauma, and grief.
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Date and Time
Saturday May 9, 2026
09:30 AM to 1:30 PM EST
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Location
In Person, Margaret Bahen Hospice
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Fee
$125
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All supplies are included in the registration fee. Please note that this is an interactive workshop with limited space available.
Reiki Training 2026
Course
Facilitated by
Reiki Master Carrie Chilcott
​Description
Reiki is a spiritual healing art with its roots in Japanese origin. The word Reiki comes from the Japanese word (Rei) which means “Universal Life” and (Ki) which means “Energy”.
Reiki Level 1 - More Information
Reiki Level 2 - More Information
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Dates and Time
Reiki Level 1
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Saturday May 23, 2026
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST at Margaret Bahen Hospice
(Multi Purpose Room)
Reiki Level 2
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Saturday September 12, 2026
9:00 AM to 4:00 PM EST at Margaret Bahen Hospice
(Multi Purpose Room)​​
*must have Reiki Level 1
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Fee
Reiki 1: $150
Reiki 2: $175
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Please note that limited space is available for this training. A minimum number of registrations is required for the program to run. PalCare reserves the right to cancel the session if minimum registration is not met.​
Caring for Brain Health: Support for People Living with Dementia and Caregivers
Free Information Session via Zoom
Facilitated by
Emily Justus, Alzheimer Society of York Region
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Description
Join us for a free session on supporting brain health for people living with dementia and those providing care. Dementia includes Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s disease dementia, Lewy body dementia, vascular dementia, and other conditions affecting memory, thinking, and movement.
No matter who we are, it is possible to promote brain health in all of our lives. We will explore brain health both from the perspective of reducing the risk of developing dementia and how a brain-healthy lifestyle can help slow the progression of dementia for those living with a diagnosis. This includes looking at realistic ways caregivers can take care of themselves while finding meaningful activities to engage people living with dementia.
This session is for anyone affected by dementia at any stage, including later stages and end of life. Learn practical tips and discover helpful resources.
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Date and Time
Wednesday June 10, 2026
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM EST
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Location
Zoom​
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Fee
Free
ALS Society of Canada Information Session
Free Information Session via Zoom
Facilitated by
Shandel Burke ALS Society of Canada
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Description
Join ALS Canada to learn more about Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis, known as ALS, and the impact that the diagnosis has on the individual and their family. ALS Canada will provide a robust discussion surrounding the programs and services that are available to individuals living with ALS, their families and the health professionals that support them.
Registration is required.
​More Information
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Date and Time
Thursday September 24, 2026
12:00 PM to 1:00 PM EST
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Location
Zoom​
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Fee
Free